Focusing on the expeditions to Baffin Island in the 1960s, the narrative highlights the groundbreaking research in glacial geomorphology and glaciology conducted by Canadian scientists. Jack D. Ives shares personal and colleague experiences, capturing the challenges of Arctic fieldwork amidst Cold War influences and showcasing the stunning Northern landscape. The book also emphasizes the role of these expeditions in advancing gender equality in science and serves as a training ground for students, blending scientific insight with adventure in an accessible manner.
